Vacation Ideas and Things To Do Around The World

Feeling that wanderlust and the need to get away? There are so many places to choose from, and you need help figuring out the best things to do and what the most exciting vacation ideas are. You could take a tour of a new city, find fun activities in another state, or embark on a grand adventure to discover all the great tourism attractions in a different country. The options are endless.

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Spend a delightful evening out on the water, tucking into a delicious dinner expertly prepared with seasonal ingredients before hitting the dance floor. Your cruise through San Diego Bay offers an elegant way to see the twinkling city skyline from... the luxurious decks of a spacious yacht.

Put on your dancing shoes and head to the city’s scenic waterfront. Step onto your vessel for the evening, a well-appointed yacht with wide windows that feature spectacular views. Grab a glass of champagne and stroll around the outer decks as the crew tosses off the mooring lines and the captain steers you out into San Diego Bay.

After your glass of bubbly, take a seat and welcome your first course which could include soup du jour, baked brie, or hummus and flatbread. Follow your appetizer with a crisp Caesar salad before tucking into your choice of delectable entrées, like New York strip steak or fresh fish. Save room for dessert as you select from classics like cheesecake and mud pie.

When the plates are cleared, consider grabbing a drink while a professional DJ spins tunes that are sure to get you and your party to dance the night away. In between songs, catch your breath outside in the cool air, watching famous San Diego landmarks and iconic features as they drift by, the ideal backdrop for your twilight tour.

Get a look at San Francisco’s breathtaking skyline, waterfront, and wildlife from the water as you cruise under the majestic Golden Gate Bridge and circle notorious Alcatraz Island.

Set sail from historic Fisherman's Wharf and enjoy breathtaking views of the City by the Bay. Pass by the lively seafood restaurants and parks of North Beach and the beach and bathhouse of the Aquatic Park Historic District. Check out the red-roofed barracks and buildings of Fort Mason and the pastel-colored homes of the waterfront Marina Districts as you approach the massive 4,200-foot (1,280 m) span of the Golden Gate Bridge. Keep your camera handy—you cruise right underneath this iconic and impressive city symbol.

As you make your way across the bay, the colorful history of the city is revealed through award-winning narration from a personal, wireless headset. Be on the lookout for aquatic wildlife including seagulls, pelicans, and sea lions. You may even be lucky enough to spot a harbor porpoise or whale.

Admire the rugged beauty of the Marin Headlands wildlife reserves and the waterfront charm of picturesque Sausalito. Slowly circle Alcatraz Island, once the involuntary residence of the nation’s most infamous criminals, including Al Capone and George "Machine Gun" Kelly, and see the San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge in the distance as you make your way back to the pier to disembark.

In a turbo-charged catamaran, glide up the Chicago River for a closer look at the city's vibrant and diverse architecture, before the power is cranked up for a wind-whipping ride along the lakefront. While you cruise, your expert guide offers... witty and informative narration about the passing sites.

Board your buoyant vessel at Navy Pier and head toward the tranquil Chicago River. Weaving along waterways that slice through the scenic heart of the city, this tour includes expert commentary on the famous buildings, bridges, and locks that come into view.

As you pass by the colossal Willis Tower, the neo-Gothic Tribune Tower, and the Wrigley Building—all situated on the city’s esteemed Magnificent Mile—your guide sheds light on these beloved architectural landmarks with little-known tales and historical tidbits.